There are a lot of things I aspire to do. Somewhere between “Be on Jeopardy!” and “Get better at surfing” is maybe the most crucial of all: “Cook dried beans on the regular.” Like, what a flex, right?

Beans are getting a lot of love on social media—for good reason. They’re versatile (hello, pizza beans?!), packed with fiber, and relatively affordable. And beans can make a quick and convenient meal, ...